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HORRIBLE CONTAINER
I love all Bare Minerals products! This primer is great. Helps your makeup go on flawlessly, makes it last throughout the day. HOWEVER, the pump is horrible. After just 4 days, my pump doesn't work! Very frustrating. Have to get the straw from the cap to scrape out the primer. I know when I can't get any more out that there will be left over in the container. Change the packaging - use a tube like the other brands do!!! The container is my only complaint. May be the one issue that will drive me to use another product.
09/26/2013

Best primer out there
Remember ladies, a little goes a long way! Every other primer I've used has made me feel oily and I've dealt with that because of the long lasting make up. I didn't know I had an option out there that held my make up on all day and didn't make me feel greasy. I also tried the oil free option but I didn't even need it the regular one did the trick!
09/15/2013

The Best
In 2005 my daughter had a 60th Birthday Tea for me and instructed the guests to buy me Bare Minerals make-up. They did and it was the beginning of a wonderful relationship. I have even skin tones, no more red blotchie, pealing, dry flaking burning skin only hours into my day. The eye make-up does not give me red itchy, swollen almost shut eyes "Allergy" eyes and the mascara is creamy, smooth and wonderful to wear. Two things I need. A larger bottle of Prime Time Foundation Primer and a remake of your Make-Up Carrier that was red in color, measured 8.5" long by 5.25" wide by 5.5" tall. At the 3" height a zipper zips 3/4 of the way around for access. Inside are three-tiered plastic "fishing" type connected trays for make-up storage that pull out sideways for access to items that are below. My plastic tray set-up was accidentally smashed by a nurse in the post-operation area following my back surgery. I have used a tube of Super Glue to put it back together, but it is a mess and very fragile. Please re-make this wonderful, handy, useful item for make-up storage. My Daughter Sells Bare Minerals at her shop in Tillamook, but is unable to locate the trays or larger Primer for me. Thank you for any help you can give. Grandmommy
09/01/2013

Stays put
This primer is wonderful for your makeup and truly makes it stay put for the whole day. Only a little dab of this product is necessary.
07/19/2013

Prime Time Foundation Primer - What a difference
I just received my order including the Prime Time Foundation Primer and I am VERY pleasantly surprised. I did not expect the results I got. Even before I applied the foundation, my skin had a youthful look and even color. Applying the foundation was noticeably easier and even and the final result was beyond my expectations. I highly recommend this product and it has turned a skeptic to a believer. I love, love it!
06/14/2013

A must-have!
I always use the Prime Time Foundation primer before using my original foundation. It smooths my skin, preps it and gives it a smooth surface to apply foundation. This product makes a huge difference and I never go without it!
04/28/2013

SMOOTH
I have tried all the primers out there and I have gone back to the best one- Prime Time! I too am an older woman and need coverage but not in the lines and wrinkles!!! This is the only product that smoothes your surface -without being sticky- for flawless application of whatever foundation you use.
Will never be without it!
04/25/2013

Great product!
My daughter in law introduced me to Prime Time Primer and I do love it. Your face feels wonderfully smooth after applying. When used in conjunction with other Bare Essentials powder and blush it gives a great look. My only disappointment has been the pump on the Primer quit working after less than 30 days. Otherwise, I would highly recommend the product.
04/09/2013

Great addition for older skin!!
I have used Bare Minerals for quite some time, but noticed as my skin matured that it wasn't settling quite the same way on my skin. One of the consultants in the BE store suggested trying this primer, and I am deeply thankful to her. I actually tried two steps: I increased my moisturizer a bit this winter (my skin is drier this year than ever before) and added the primer before putting on my makeup. What a difference it has made!! This stuff makes my skin feel like silk. My BE makeup goes on very smoothly and looks fresh all day. I get a lot of compliments that I have such nice skin, especially for my age, and I am glad to have a makeup that keeps my complexion looking light, fresh and luminous. Definitely try the Foundation Primer; it makes a big difference!
04/08/2013

Senior ladies need this
I'm 70 years old & new to primers. Never knew they existed. But I found this to be a must. A moisturizer leaves my skin moist & it grabs the powder. The primer gives a smooth slightly slick finish that the foundation is evenly attracted to. It also helps the foundation swim over wrinkles & creases.
In the beginning I used too much. Now I squeeze out a bit slightly larger than a kitchen match's head on one index finger. Then rub my two index fingertips together. Finally touch them on mid forehead, next to my nose, my chin, & on the side of my face in front my ears. Then go back and spread from all the places you touched. I get a even, smooth coat that's perfect for the foundation.
I just bought the jumbo container & am pleased at the bargain.
04/01/2013

Overall a Good Primer
Lately, I have been trying different brands of primers and moisturizers (Philosophy's Hope in a Jar included#. BE's Prime Time Foundation Primer seems to work the best for my dry and oily skin. The other brands I have tried seem to set into my fine lines and wrinkles. Prime Time evens out my flaws and dry skin. It also helps my makeup stay on longer. If I go a day without putting this on before my makeup, I can tell by the end of the night #my makeup will look like its almost melting off due to my oily skin). When using this product, my makeup stays firm and intact throughout the whole day. Didn't give 5 stars because I want to try other BE products to see if I can find something that works even better for my skin.
03/26/2013

New version is not improved
I have used the Foundation Primer for sometime and have loved it until I purchased the new improved version. It appears to be a watery solution as opposed to the smooth texture I was used to. It does not go on well and really doesn't help with making the foundation application smooth.
Bring back the old version! Much better product.
03/24/2013

Good for makeup.. bad for skin
This product makes my makeup look SO good. Unfortunately I bought this on Wednesday and by Saturday I woke up and saw it made me break out like crazy! I had a feeling it might because of the way it feels...it's quite oily feeling. The last primer I used felt more like a powder after putting it on and that seemed better for my face as far as breaking out goes, but didn't do much for helping my makeup look better. Guess I will need to keep looking for something in between the two.
03/24/2013

Decent primer
Not a bad primer. I only give it 4 stars because I think there are other primers out there that give a more amazing flawless foundation look than this primer.
03/05/2013

super smooth skin!!
This and bareminerals together is a miricle on my skin!! This primer controls some oil and smoothes right over my dry spots! Its super silky feeling and u need the smallest amount ever ! My foundation will last at least twice as long with it!! This does not break me out at all! This product will forever be on my vanity! Must try it!!
02/08/2013

Can't Go Without It!
Due to severe oily skin and acne, I had a lot of really big enlarged pores on both sides of my nose, and I have a couple of "pits" from acne that turned bad in my teen years. I always hated how makeup settled into these places, but with this product, I get that smooth air-brushed finish. I absolutely love the silky feel of the product and the results I get.
One thing I will mention is I recently saw a video on Facebook where the Global Education Director (I think was her title) said something about rubbing the product between your fingers to warm it up before applying it. I would say I've never done that, but what I do is put one pump on my finger and dot it on my face, let it sit a few minutes, and then go back and smooth it over my entire face, which is probably the same thing as what she's doing. My product works fabulous :)
01/26/2013

Prime Time Foundation Primer
I have been using this product for quite a few years. It is one of the best and makes my skin feel so good and ready for the foundation. Would not trade this for anything. I just love, love, love it.
01/18/2013

Wonderful Primer
I got a smaller container of this primer in my Starter Kit and it is absolutely amazing. I will be buying this size when I run out! I love how smooth my skin feels after I put it on and how it keeps my makeup on all day while I'm at work. Yesterday I forgot to put it on before putting on my makeup and by the end of the day I noticed a huge difference. Love this product!
01/10/2013

Love This
Just a dab covers your entire face and keeps your foundation on for long wear. My makeup usually falls off halfway through the day, but this primer keeps it on well into the night!
12/31/2012

Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
I absolutely love the way this primer makes my skin feel, and how my makeup looks initially. However, after a couple of hours I am shiny and unfortunately it causes me to break out. I've tried the oil-free version, the neutralizing and the brightening.....same thing with all of them. I would love to have a primer that does not cause me to break out. I know it's the primer because if I stop using for a week, my skin clears up. It's a great product.....just not for me.
12/30/2012

SO SILKY
I love this primer! I use it everyday before I put on my foundation and it is so silky. The best way to use the primer is to rub the primer between your fingers to warm it up, then put it on your face.
12/23/2012

Pros and Cons
I have only been using this primer for a few days now and it definitely seems to be helping my makeup stay put all day long. The only thing I'm not loving about this product is that when first applied it has a greasy feel.
12/09/2012

Foundation Primer
My sister just recently introduced me to Bare Minerals. I had been wearing a liquid foundation for 5+ years and thought it was the best out there. I got the primer in my starter kit and it's fabulous!! I went into the boutique and had my makeup done and the girl that did my makeup said, "wearing Bare Minerals should be a law!," and I thought, "yea whatever." Well, she was right, I bought a kit and more fab things on Cyber Monday online! I usually can't wait to wash off my makeup at the end of my long workday, but with BM, I forget I'm wearing makeup!! Im a hard sell, so for me to say these things, means, "Yep! It should be a law for everyone to wear BM!"
12/06/2012

disappointed
I absolutely love the product in dry conditions. For high humidity, though, I have not had success, it gets runny and almost slimy on my skin when I wear it to work at the restaurant. My biggest problem is the bottle that it comes in (and all products that BE sells in these pump top bottles) the pump top works fine for a little while, but then it stops dispensing and I dne up having to unscrew the top and use the tube inside like a dipstick, then I end up having to try to tap it out into my hand. I REALLY wish they would not use these pump top bottles, a cheaper, more user friendly, easier to control, more reliable option would be to simply use a squeeze bottle. I hope someone will consider this change. I now refuse to buy the product (opening it up like this makes it dry out) and purchase foundation primer from other companies that comes in squeeze bottles.
11/24/2012

Worth the money
I love this stuff. I've used other primers before and none compare. Either too oily, or they just didn't work. I sampled this at a store and fell in love. I've used it for over a year now and wouldn't use anything else. This is not greasy whatsoever and very light weight, it creates a smooth canvas for my makeup and makes it look flawless. It does help with enlarged pores and dryness. I have severe dry skin and this helps with it flaking when I use makeup. It truly is a great product and I would say worth the money 100%. It does not break me out and I have acne prone skin at times (and sensitive too) Overall, great, just wish it was a little cheaper lol! But hey, in this case, you do get what you pay for.
11/15/2012

I can definitely see the difference after starting to use this primer. My foundation lasts much longer than it previously did.
10/10/2012

Helps and hurts at the same time
The primer is WONDERFUL for helping keep the makeup on all day long. The only problem is that it makes my skin break out. As soon as I stopped using it, the breakout cleared up. Since I use the foundation and mineral veil without the primer it doesn't last as long, but it gets me through the day.
10/02/2012

Why did it take me so long to try this!?
I've always used a primer, Laura Mercier, Nars, and Benefit. None of them worked as well as this! I'm so excited how smooth this makes my skin and how nicely my makeup looks after using it! I've also tried the bareMinerals primer to reduce redness but it's not as great as the original. I've officially converted!
09/22/2012

Absolutely a Must Have Item!!!
I have never been a make-up person but last year I went in to the store to have a makeover for our daughter's upcoming wedding. The consultant used the Primer on my face that day...so of course I purchased it along with everything else she told me I needed (I was a very easy sell that day).
Now a year later I use the Primer, Mineral Veil and mascara. That's it...my whole beauty routine...plus lip gloss.
I must admit I have been blessed with evenly colored, unblemished skin but this Primer gives your face the feel of an artist's brand new perfect palette every day. It makes your face feel as smooth as silk with no gloss or shine. I absolutely love the feel of it!
This little bottle goes a very long way so don't be scared off by the price of it either. Use it very sparingly because you can always add more but you can't take it off. Any extra is just a waste of money.
I promise you won't be disappointed with this product. If it can make somebody like me, that has gone their entire life without even powdering their nose until the age of 53, start taking the time to apply a little makeup it must be gold in a bottle!
09/17/2012

surpassed expectations
I always ignore the primers from other make up companies but I decided to purchase this product because I liked the way it felt while applying. I didn't buy the eye primer and I'm regretting it because of how great this product works.
I can tell the difference around 3pm if I didn't apply primer in the morning. This product holds the foundation all day though! I will never run out of this product. May be the first product I add to auto ship.
08/24/2012

HORRIBLE CONTAINER
I love all Bare Minerals products! This primer is great. Helps your makeup go on flawlessly, makes it last throughout the day. HOWEVER, the pump is horrible. After just 4 days, my pump doesn't work! Very frustrating. Have to get the straw from the cap to scrape out the primer. I know when I can't get any more out that there will be left over in the container. Change the packaging - use a tube like the other brands do!!! The container is my only complaint. May be the one issue that will drive me to use another product.
09/26/2013

Best primer out there
Remember ladies, a little goes a long way! Every other primer I've used has made me feel oily and I've dealt with that because of the long lasting make up. I didn't know I had an option out there that held my make up on all day and didn't make me feel greasy. I also tried the oil free option but I didn't even need it the regular one did the trick!
09/15/2013

The Best
In 2005 my daughter had a 60th Birthday Tea for me and instructed the guests to buy me Bare Minerals make-up. They did and it was the beginning of a wonderful relationship. I have even skin tones, no more red blotchie, pealing, dry flaking burning skin only hours into my day. The eye make-up does not give me red itchy, swollen almost shut eyes "Allergy" eyes and the mascara is creamy, smooth and wonderful to wear. Two things I need. A larger bottle of Prime Time Foundation Primer and a remake of your Make-Up Carrier that was red in color, measured 8.5" long by 5.25" wide by 5.5" tall. At the 3" height a zipper zips 3/4 of the way around for access. Inside are three-tiered plastic "fishing" type connected trays for make-up storage that pull out sideways for access to items that are below. My plastic tray set-up was accidentally smashed by a nurse in the post-operation area following my back surgery. I have used a tube of Super Glue to put it back together, but it is a mess and very fragile. Please re-make this wonderful, handy, useful item for make-up storage. My Daughter Sells Bare Minerals at her shop in Tillamook, but is unable to locate the trays or larger Primer for me. Thank you for any help you can give. Grandmommy
09/01/2013

Stays put
This primer is wonderful for your makeup and truly makes it stay put for the whole day. Only a little dab of this product is necessary.
07/19/2013

Prime Time Foundation Primer - What a difference
I just received my order including the Prime Time Foundation Primer and I am VERY pleasantly surprised. I did not expect the results I got. Even before I applied the foundation, my skin had a youthful look and even color. Applying the foundation was noticeably easier and even and the final result was beyond my expectations. I highly recommend this product and it has turned a skeptic to a believer. I love, love it!
06/14/2013

A must-have!
I always use the Prime Time Foundation primer before using my original foundation. It smooths my skin, preps it and gives it a smooth surface to apply foundation. This product makes a huge difference and I never go without it!
04/28/2013

SMOOTH
I have tried all the primers out there and I have gone back to the best one- Prime Time! I too am an older woman and need coverage but not in the lines and wrinkles!!! This is the only product that smoothes your surface -without being sticky- for flawless application of whatever foundation you use.
Will never be without it!
04/25/2013

Great product!
My daughter in law introduced me to Prime Time Primer and I do love it. Your face feels wonderfully smooth after applying. When used in conjunction with other Bare Essentials powder and blush it gives a great look. My only disappointment has been the pump on the Primer quit working after less than 30 days. Otherwise, I would highly recommend the product.
04/09/2013

Great addition for older skin!!
I have used Bare Minerals for quite some time, but noticed as my skin matured that it wasn't settling quite the same way on my skin. One of the consultants in the BE store suggested trying this primer, and I am deeply thankful to her. I actually tried two steps: I increased my moisturizer a bit this winter (my skin is drier this year than ever before) and added the primer before putting on my makeup. What a difference it has made!! This stuff makes my skin feel like silk. My BE makeup goes on very smoothly and looks fresh all day. I get a lot of compliments that I have such nice skin, especially for my age, and I am glad to have a makeup that keeps my complexion looking light, fresh and luminous. Definitely try the Foundation Primer; it makes a big difference!
04/08/2013

Senior ladies need this
I'm 70 years old & new to primers. Never knew they existed. But I found this to be a must. A moisturizer leaves my skin moist & it grabs the powder. The primer gives a smooth slightly slick finish that the foundation is evenly attracted to. It also helps the foundation swim over wrinkles & creases.
In the beginning I used too much. Now I squeeze out a bit slightly larger than a kitchen match's head on one index finger. Then rub my two index fingertips together. Finally touch them on mid forehead, next to my nose, my chin, & on the side of my face in front my ears. Then go back and spread from all the places you touched. I get a even, smooth coat that's perfect for the foundation.
I just bought the jumbo container & am pleased at the bargain.
04/01/2013

Overall a Good Primer
Lately, I have been trying different brands of primers and moisturizers (Philosophy's Hope in a Jar included#. BE's Prime Time Foundation Primer seems to work the best for my dry and oily skin. The other brands I have tried seem to set into my fine lines and wrinkles. Prime Time evens out my flaws and dry skin. It also helps my makeup stay on longer. If I go a day without putting this on before my makeup, I can tell by the end of the night #my makeup will look like its almost melting off due to my oily skin). When using this product, my makeup stays firm and intact throughout the whole day. Didn't give 5 stars because I want to try other BE products to see if I can find something that works even better for my skin.
03/26/2013

New version is not improved
I have used the Foundation Primer for sometime and have loved it until I purchased the new improved version. It appears to be a watery solution as opposed to the smooth texture I was used to. It does not go on well and really doesn't help with making the foundation application smooth.
Bring back the old version! Much better product.
03/24/2013

Good for makeup.. bad for skin
This product makes my makeup look SO good. Unfortunately I bought this on Wednesday and by Saturday I woke up and saw it made me break out like crazy! I had a feeling it might because of the way it feels...it's quite oily feeling. The last primer I used felt more like a powder after putting it on and that seemed better for my face as far as breaking out goes, but didn't do much for helping my makeup look better. Guess I will need to keep looking for something in between the two.
03/24/2013

Decent primer
Not a bad primer. I only give it 4 stars because I think there are other primers out there that give a more amazing flawless foundation look than this primer.
03/05/2013

super smooth skin!!
This and bareminerals together is a miricle on my skin!! This primer controls some oil and smoothes right over my dry spots! Its super silky feeling and u need the smallest amount ever ! My foundation will last at least twice as long with it!! This does not break me out at all! This product will forever be on my vanity! Must try it!!
02/08/2013

Can't Go Without It!
Due to severe oily skin and acne, I had a lot of really big enlarged pores on both sides of my nose, and I have a couple of "pits" from acne that turned bad in my teen years. I always hated how makeup settled into these places, but with this product, I get that smooth air-brushed finish. I absolutely love the silky feel of the product and the results I get.
One thing I will mention is I recently saw a video on Facebook where the Global Education Director (I think was her title) said something about rubbing the product between your fingers to warm it up before applying it. I would say I've never done that, but what I do is put one pump on my finger and dot it on my face, let it sit a few minutes, and then go back and smooth it over my entire face, which is probably the same thing as what she's doing. My product works fabulous :)
01/26/2013

Prime Time Foundation Primer
I have been using this product for quite a few years. It is one of the best and makes my skin feel so good and ready for the foundation. Would not trade this for anything. I just love, love, love it.
01/18/2013

Wonderful Primer
I got a smaller container of this primer in my Starter Kit and it is absolutely amazing. I will be buying this size when I run out! I love how smooth my skin feels after I put it on and how it keeps my makeup on all day while I'm at work. Yesterday I forgot to put it on before putting on my makeup and by the end of the day I noticed a huge difference. Love this product!
01/10/2013

Love This
Just a dab covers your entire face and keeps your foundation on for long wear. My makeup usually falls off halfway through the day, but this primer keeps it on well into the night!
12/31/2012

Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
I absolutely love the way this primer makes my skin feel, and how my makeup looks initially. However, after a couple of hours I am shiny and unfortunately it causes me to break out. I've tried the oil-free version, the neutralizing and the brightening.....same thing with all of them. I would love to have a primer that does not cause me to break out. I know it's the primer because if I stop using for a week, my skin clears up. It's a great product.....just not for me.
12/30/2012

SO SILKY
I love this primer! I use it everyday before I put on my foundation and it is so silky. The best way to use the primer is to rub the primer between your fingers to warm it up, then put it on your face.
12/23/2012

Pros and Cons
I have only been using this primer for a few days now and it definitely seems to be helping my makeup stay put all day long. The only thing I'm not loving about this product is that when first applied it has a greasy feel.
12/09/2012

Foundation Primer
My sister just recently introduced me to Bare Minerals. I had been wearing a liquid foundation for 5+ years and thought it was the best out there. I got the primer in my starter kit and it's fabulous!! I went into the boutique and had my makeup done and the girl that did my makeup said, "wearing Bare Minerals should be a law!," and I thought, "yea whatever." Well, she was right, I bought a kit and more fab things on Cyber Monday online! I usually can't wait to wash off my makeup at the end of my long workday, but with BM, I forget I'm wearing makeup!! Im a hard sell, so for me to say these things, means, "Yep! It should be a law for everyone to wear BM!"
12/06/2012

disappointed
I absolutely love the product in dry conditions. For high humidity, though, I have not had success, it gets runny and almost slimy on my skin when I wear it to work at the restaurant. My biggest problem is the bottle that it comes in (and all products that BE sells in these pump top bottles) the pump top works fine for a little while, but then it stops dispensing and I dne up having to unscrew the top and use the tube inside like a dipstick, then I end up having to try to tap it out into my hand. I REALLY wish they would not use these pump top bottles, a cheaper, more user friendly, easier to control, more reliable option would be to simply use a squeeze bottle. I hope someone will consider this change. I now refuse to buy the product (opening it up like this makes it dry out) and purchase foundation primer from other companies that comes in squeeze bottles.
11/24/2012

Worth the money
I love this stuff. I've used other primers before and none compare. Either too oily, or they just didn't work. I sampled this at a store and fell in love. I've used it for over a year now and wouldn't use anything else. This is not greasy whatsoever and very light weight, it creates a smooth canvas for my makeup and makes it look flawless. It does help with enlarged pores and dryness. I have severe dry skin and this helps with it flaking when I use makeup. It truly is a great product and I would say worth the money 100%. It does not break me out and I have acne prone skin at times (and sensitive too) Overall, great, just wish it was a little cheaper lol! But hey, in this case, you do get what you pay for.
11/15/2012

I can definitely see the difference after starting to use this primer. My foundation lasts much longer than it previously did.
10/10/2012

Helps and hurts at the same time
The primer is WONDERFUL for helping keep the makeup on all day long. The only problem is that it makes my skin break out. As soon as I stopped using it, the breakout cleared up. Since I use the foundation and mineral veil without the primer it doesn't last as long, but it gets me through the day.
10/02/2012

Why did it take me so long to try this!?
I've always used a primer, Laura Mercier, Nars, and Benefit. None of them worked as well as this! I'm so excited how smooth this makes my skin and how nicely my makeup looks after using it! I've also tried the bareMinerals primer to reduce redness but it's not as great as the original. I've officially converted!
09/22/2012

Absolutely a Must Have Item!!!
I have never been a make-up person but last year I went in to the store to have a makeover for our daughter's upcoming wedding. The consultant used the Primer on my face that day...so of course I purchased it along with everything else she told me I needed (I was a very easy sell that day).
Now a year later I use the Primer, Mineral Veil and mascara. That's it...my whole beauty routine...plus lip gloss.
I must admit I have been blessed with evenly colored, unblemished skin but this Primer gives your face the feel of an artist's brand new perfect palette every day. It makes your face feel as smooth as silk with no gloss or shine. I absolutely love the feel of it!
This little bottle goes a very long way so don't be scared off by the price of it either. Use it very sparingly because you can always add more but you can't take it off. Any extra is just a waste of money.
I promise you won't be disappointed with this product. If it can make somebody like me, that has gone their entire life without even powdering their nose until the age of 53, start taking the time to apply a little makeup it must be gold in a bottle!
09/17/2012

surpassed expectations
I always ignore the primers from other make up companies but I decided to purchase this product because I liked the way it felt while applying. I didn't buy the eye primer and I'm regretting it because of how great this product works.
I can tell the difference around 3pm if I didn't apply primer in the morning. This product holds the foundation all day though! I will never run out of this product. May be the first product I add to auto ship.
08/24/2012